HR 288 Louisiana House · 2026 Regular Session

SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates May 22, 2026, as World Preeclampsia Awareness Day in Louisiana

This Louisiana legislative resolution designates Friday, May 22, 2026, as World Preeclampsia Awareness Day within the state. The measure aims to raise public awareness about preeclampsia, a dangerous pregnancy complication involving high blood pressure that poses risks to both mothers and infants. Additionally, the resolution acknowledges Woman's Hospital for its role in providing care to pregnant women and working to reduce maternal and infant deaths. The bill is a symbolic gesture intended to highlight the importance of addressing maternal health issues in Louisiana.

Issues: ✓ Healthcare

Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared

Introduction

May 2026

Committee Review

House Passage

May 2026

Senate Passage

Governor

Introduced May 18, 2026 Last action May 21, 2026

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What changed between versions

HR288 Original → HR288 Enrolled · 3 edits · May 20, 2026

MINOR

The bill was finalized for signature (Enrolled) after being drafted as a House Resolution. The substantive policy content, including the designation of May 22, 2026, as World Preeclampsia Awareness Day and the specific statistics regarding maternal health in Louisiana, remained unchanged. The primary differences are formatting adjustments, such as the addition of 'ENROLLED' and the removal of the 'DIGEST' section, which is standard procedure when a bill is ready to be signed into law.

TECHNICAL

The document status changed from 'ORIGINAL' draft to 'ENROLLED' final version, indicating it is ready for the Governor's signature.

The 'DIGEST' section, which provides a non-binding summary of the bill, was removed as it is not part of the final legal text.

Minor formatting adjustments were made to align the text with official enrolled bill standards, including the addition of the Speaker's title on the second page.

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How they voted

This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).

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Committee

May 19, 2026

Lower · Passed

Read by title, adopted.

lower

1 primary · 0 co-sponsors